| Loans It is necessary to present your card each and every time you wish to borrow materials from the library. How many items can I borrow?
The patron is responsible for all borrowed materials. A fine is inevitable for each and every item that is returned after the due date, whether the item is returned at the library counter or return box. All documents returned after their due date will be subjet to the following fines: • Adults: 20¢ per day per document (Max. $6 per doc.) • Children (0 to grade 8): 10¢ per day per document (Max. $3 per doc.) •Teens (Grades 9 to 12): 15¢ per day per document (Max. $4 per doc.) •Videos: $1 per day per video (Max. $5 per video) •Magazines: 25¢ per day per magazine (Max. $2 per magazine) |
| Patrons must settle any fines of $5 or more before borrowing or renewing documents. |
Becoming a member
Library card replacement: To become a member, you must present a piece of identification that shows proof of residency and you must have an active telephone number. |
| Lost or Damaged Material If a patron loses or renders a document unusable, he or she will be responsible for the cost of the document. The patron will also be responsible for any outstanding fines if any, and an administration fee. Book Deposit Box When the library is closed, you may return your books in the deposit box located to the left of the main entrance to the library. To prevent any damage to documents, we would ask you to deposit only one book at a time in the deposit box. Renewing a document A document may be renewed a maximum of three (3) times if this document was not reserved by another patron. Renewals can also be done by telephone, email or by internet at www.bibliohearst.on.ca and click on Library on-line catalogue. Placing a hold If a document is not available, a patron can place a hold on it. Once the document becomes available, someone from the library will contact the patron to let them know. Once the patron has been contacted, the document will be kept on hold for a period of 4 days. When the 4 days have expired, the document will be placed on the shelf and will become available to other patrons. Special loan A patron who is leaving for a vacation or for an undetermined amount of time can borrow the documents for a prolonged period of time. You must mention it to the personnel of the library at the time of your loan.
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